Contract Management Associate Manager

Remote till pandemic

Only local candidates

Description :

Imagine being part of team that helps transform leading organisations and communities around the world! At Client we put innovation at the heart of everything we do and coupled with our core values of client value creation, one global network, respect for the individual, best people, integrity and stewardship, we offer careers that provide unparalleled opportunities for career growth and job satisfaction.

Contract Management is part of our Legal and Commercial Services. Our professionals bring innovative ideas to commercial reality with a focus on maximising value for all parties through a deep understanding of legal, business and commercial risks.

We work alongside Client sales and delivery teams throughout the entire contract lifecycle to provide high quality advice and support for negotiation, drafting and ongoing management of client contracts.

We apply commercial and contractual expertise to lead the delivery of legal & commercial outcomes for our priority engagements and portfolios, including :

• Sales growth : expanding the footprint of our agreements and supporting new business;
• Revenue protection : delivering on our contractual commitments;
• Margin improvement : effectively managing commercial levers, risks and issues; and
• Compliance with contract obligations and Client policy. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer.

We have an unwavering commitment to equality for all. Together, we are acting, we are leading, and we will drive change across the globe.

CL8 (ASSOCIATE MANAGER) JOB DESCRIPTION CONTRACT MANAGEMENT Key Responsibilities

Lead / support contract management teams across projects and accounts; work with account leadership, client commercial and business stakeholders to understand and support client needs and priorities;

account strategy, objectives and opportunities.

• Work with contract management staff across multiple projects and accounts providing input into performance management activities.
• Support the identification, escalation and resolution of commercial and contract risks and issues working with CM and project leadership to ensure the best outcome for all parties.
• Engage in pre-award sales activities, engage in discussions with delivery team regarding potential deal shaping and contractual outcomes with sales teams and business leadership, including contract drafting support.
• The contract management function is client facing and has a key role in building trusted relationships with client counterparts.

Knowledge Skills and Experience Contract Management Knowledge and Experience :

• Minimum 5 yrs. relevant experience in contract management
• Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with client executives at all levels of the organization
• Basic understanding of commercial contracting regulations and principles, subcontracting practices; and commercial contracting terms and conditions. Behaviours and Attributes
• Open to work with and understand cross-cultures and locations throughout the Client global organization.
• Understand the value of diversity and recognize the strengths that different styles, innovative perspectives and experiences bring to Client.
• Demonstrate inclusion and respect for all individuals regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, culture, social status and / or sexuality.
• Leader as well as team player, collaborative and persuasive; able to work well with executives and nonexecutives Education and Qualifications Education :
• Bachelor’s degree required. Membership :
• Member of International Association for Contract and Commercial Management (IACCM) or National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and / or professional certification considered a plus. Work Requirements :
• Some travel may be required.

Education : Bachelor's Required

Bachelor's Required

Locations :

BOSTON MA 02116 High, FLORHAM PARK NJ 07932 High, NEW YORK NY 10003 High, PHILADELPHIA PA 19103 Medium, WASHINGTON DC 20002 Medium, HARTFORD CT 06032 Medium